Posted on March 1, 2016 by Behnam Rugs

Why It Pays to Research the History of Persian Rugs Before Shopping for One

When it comes to making sure you buy a hand-knotted Persian or Oriental rug, knowledge truly is power!

That is, the more you know about these types of rugs, the better your chances of purchasing a beautiful, valuable, and genuine rug for your home or business.

That’s the main reason to know the history of Persian rugs. Here are a few more.

1. The research is valuable all on its own.

Aside from the knowledge you’ll gain – helping you make sure you’re buying a true hand-knotted rug – you’ll come out of it with a deeper understanding and appreciation for the culture behind these rugs. Learning the story behind rugs’ designs, patterns, and colors will take you back in time several hundred years, allowing you to peek into a culture that has been with us for millennia.

2. The learning itself is fun.

Many people love to learn about history and even if you aren’t really one of them, it’s illuminating to understand why a rug has this or that pattern and what the pattern symbolizes.

3. You’ll find that the patterns you’re attracted to change.

Don’t be surprised that the patterns and colors you’re most attracted to change as you grow in your knowledge of what makes hand-knotted rugs so special. As you learn about a pattern’s history, the story behind a particular design may resonate with you more than another, thus helping your eye “enjoy” the pattern more.

4. You may be able to help your friends and family find a great rug.

As you know the difference between patterns, whether a rug is hand-knotted or hand-tufted, you’ll be able to help your friends in their own search for a fine Persian or Oriental rug. What’s more, think of how impressive it will be when you visit a rug dealer with your friend, whip a rug over to look at its back (noticing that you can’t make out its design very well), and then announcing that the rug definitely isn’t hand-knotted. Talk about impressive!

Never be shy about asking questions regarding a rug’s design, history, craftsmanship, and country of origin because Persian and Oriental rug dealers love to help their customers understand why these rugs are so valuable. Call 972-733-0400 to learn more about your rug.